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Written question asked by Lord Snape (Labour) on Monday, 7 October 2024, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 21 October 2024. It was answered by Lord Hendy of Richmond Hill (Labour) on Monday, 21 October 2024 on behalf of the Department for Transport.


Railways: Tickets

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government whether they plan to recommence the tendering process for the Consolidated Online Retail Solution to ensure that Great British Railways will be able to sell tickets online as well as at railway stations.

Answer

Fares, ticketing, and retail will continue to be the responsibility of train operators until Great British Railways is established. Through future legislation, we will set out the role we expect Great British Railways to play in relation to operational aspects of the railway.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL1325
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Internet Railways Tickets Great British Railways
Link
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